Toshiba has worked some serious magic on the Portege Z830 as
it manages to incorporate a 13.3" display (1366x768) and second generation Intel
Core processors into a frame weighing in at under 2.5 pounds. Part of the low
weight can be attributed to the Portege Z830's magnesium alloy body.

Although Toshiba won't tell us how fast the processors are
in the Portege Z830, the specs are quite amazing. It will come with a 128GB
SSD, backlit and spill-resistant keyboard, two USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.0 port,
GbE port, Secure Digital reader, HDMI-out, and stereo speakers.

According
to Engadget, the notebook
features an 8-cell battery, can be equipped with up to 6GB of DDR3 memory, and will
have an optional Core i7 processor upgrade available.

"The Portégé Z830 Series sets a new standard for thin
and light systems, not just in portability, but also in affordability for such
cutting-edge designs," said Carl Pinto, vice president of product
development, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products
Division. "Toshiba's engineering achievements and expert craftsmanship
have resulted in a brilliant and fully thought-through innovation that exceeds
expectations, perfect for both mobile business professionals and
consumers."

And keeping with Intel's mandate, the 0.63"-thin
Portege Z830 will start at under $1,000 (we're guessing $999) when it launches later this year. That would make
the lighter, better-spec'd Toshiba Ultrabook $300 cheaper than the entry-level
13" MacBook Air.

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